Can YOU lose weight? Sure you can!

If you have a weight problem here is no easy way to lose...but there is a way.

Losing weight needs time and commitment

It takes time because losing too much weight fast is not the healthy way...it could be dangerous.

It certainly takes commitment, dieting is no walk in the park, it is a slow process that requires perseverance.

By using common sense you are much more likely to stick to a program.

Whether you need to lose 5 lbs or 20 pounds, the key is to lose it slow and in a healthy manner.

Fad diets or quick weight loss programs are NOT a requirement, in fact, they often add the problem and, in some cases, can be downright dangerous.

A visit to your doctor for a checkup is a must, this is particularly true if you have a severe weight problem, tell him your plans and ask his advice about dieting and exercising for someone with your particular weight.

Food and Drink Issues

A proper diet means controlling the amount you eat and drink.

Cutting back on fats, sweets and alcoholic drinks is a step in the right direction.

Eat a variety of foods, grains, nuts, fruits, beans, fish and small quantities of meat.

If your lifestyle permits it, eating smaller meals more frequently can help control your intake while keeping the hunger pages at bay.

MODERATION is the KEY in eating, drinking and exercising!!

Drinking water instead of diet sodas is highly recommended.

Skipping meals is not!

Exercise

If you are new to exercising a daily walk is a great beginning, over exercising at the start is not advised and may cause additional problems.

Before you get to jogging you might try a jog/walk routine, walk a certain distance, say between utility poles and then jog the same distance, this eases you into jogging without fear of injury.

During normal daily activities:

Walk up stairs, instead of taking the elevator.

Walk to the grocery store if possible, instead of taking the car.

When you get to a small degree of fitness, hiking is a terrific way to get exercise and plenty of fresh air.

While it is great if you have access to, and can afford, a fitness club, hiking or biking gets you out in the fresh air

Do wear sunscreen and head covering.

Best of all...it costs nothing!

I must repeat...EVERYTHING in MODERATION